tarado
What does tarado mean? tarado is a Spanish strong that translates to “retard / moron / idiot” in English.
Literal Translation
retarded / delayed / slow
Meaning & Usage
"retard / moron / idiot"
Mentally slow person; idiot or stupid person.
Examples in the Wild
Estás tarado si piensas eso. (You're an idiot if you think that.)
When to Use It
Context
- Informal settings where profanity is accepted
- Expressing strong frustration or emphasis
Avoid
- Professional or formal settings
- Around elders or authority figures
- Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations
Cultural Context
Originally a medical term for developmental delay, now a general insult for stupidity. Considered offensive due to ableist connotations but widely used. Less severe than 'subnormal' (which was also a medical term). In some contexts, implies someone is crazy or unhinged rather than stupid. Similar to English 'retard' in offensiveness level.
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